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David Lee - Manager |
MATCH REPORT NYL CUP 22/11/09:
WILFORD MAVERICKS 0 CALVERTON COLTS 9
This is the first ever encounter with Wilford Mavericks and they were an unknown quantity for the Calverton squad. For that reason we weren't taking anything for granted today. The conditions were difficult with driving rain & a strong cold wind, so anything could happen. The first team to get a look in on goal were Wilford but as the game progressed Calverton's passing & movement ensured that much of the action took place in Wilfords half of the pitch. Billy Bennett opened the Calverton account with a low drive inside the box on 10 minutes. With plenty of possession Calverton failed to make any significant inroads in the final third of the field. The passing although good was often a little short in the sticky conditions, and the attacking options often broke down with some determined defending by the home team. Wilford held out for another 12 minutes Calverton on the counter moved the ball a little longer and quicker allowing Kieran Johnson to score the first of a Hatrick of goals in a 20 minute spell, they weren't all pretty but they do count. Shot of the day came from Brinsley Kirkhan , his twenty yard strike hitting both posts before being cleared. It remained 4-0 up to half time.
H-T 0-4
A lot of changes in the second half changed the rhythm of the game with Wilford having their best period of play .It took around 20 minutes for the boys to settle again, Richard Prempeh getting a deserved goal from close range. Billy Bennetts cross from the left on 30 minutes was turned into the net by a defenders header which looped over the stranded keeper. Wilford continued to chase the game, looking for the consolation goal and full credit to them. But Oliver covered his area well and was determined to ensure Calverton had a clean sheet. On thirty five minutes Jack had forced his way past three challenges and beat the keeper from close range. Jack thought he had scored his second goal but this was cancelled out for offside. On 38 Minutes Josh's strike from a narrow angle hit the back of the net despite the best efforts of the Mavericks keeper. Liam Bogues scored a late goal meeting a cross from the left with a header from 6 yards out. Well done to all the Calverton boys who put in a good display of passing football in slippery conditions, although not always fluid everyone stuck to the task for the full period of the game.
When called upon the Calverton's defence kept concentration and dealt with dangers really well. Stand out performance was Kieran Blower who didn't put a foot wrong at the back. Wilford can be proud of the effort they put in today despite the result , they never stopped chasing and closing down and when they had the ball they continued to play football.
F-T 0-9
SCORERS: Kieran Johnson 3, Billy Bennett 2, Richard Prempeh, Jack Marshall, Josh Spademan, Liam Bogues
MOM : Kieran Blower
MATCH REPORT NYL LEAGUE 15/11/09:
CALVERTON COLTS 3 DUNKIRK COLTS 3
Every Season we have some classic encounters with Dunkirk (Last season 4-4) and this was to prove no different. Two teams both committed to attacking football is always likely to produce lots of goals just as is has done in previous matches.
Dunkirk settled early with Oliver having to produce a point blank save in the first 5 minutes. With 10 minutes on the clock Dunkirk were caught offside , a quick free kick gave Joe the opportunity to run & test the Dunkirk backs, Joe won and steered the ball around the keeper to put Calverton in front from 6 yards. As the half developed both sides had chances, Dylan with a similar opportunity beating the keeper but not the defender who cleared off the line. Oliver time a time again denied Dunkirk a way back into the game, he really was on the ball between the Calverton sticks. Calverton were now having a great spell winning everything in midfield and spreading the ball around well. Joe had caused Dunkirk all sorts of problems running from deep and added a second goal on 35 Minutes. At the other end Dunkirk must have thought it wasn’t their day, Oliver had already saved one shot, but as the ball dropped in front of the striker and the whole goal to shoot at, he pushed the ball straight into Oliver’s arms. On the stroke of half time Joe once again hit Dunkirk on the break and his simple pull back allowed Kieran to stroke the ball home for a clear 3-0 lead. But it could have been 4-4 but for some superb Keeping at both ends.
H-T 3-0
Dunkirk stepped up a gear in the second half , whilst Calverton forgot how to hold onto the ball and pass it around.
Too often we looked for the long ball and Dinkirk collected everything. However against the run of play Calverton’s long ball resulted in a Penalty, Kieran pulled down in the box. The Dunkirk Keeper guessed right and pulled off a great save which proved to be the turning point in the game. Dunkirk’s efforts were doubled and the Referees decisions appeared to push tempers to the limit with both sets of boys. Dunkirk got the goal that would give them a lifeline back into the game. They continued to chase lost causes whilst Calverton backed off. Long balls weren’t being held up and we continued to concede procession. With just 10 Minutes to go Dunkirk scored again. More bookings & a red card followed for stamping incident. With just 3 minutes to go it was all square.
Both teams could still have won the game, Romello with Kieran overlapping decided to go alone and his strike from 20 yards was saved easily. At the other end Dunkirk pumped in three free kicks in the last few minutes but we dealt with them well.
Based on chances at both ends it has to be said a draw was a fair result, and a result we would both have taken at the start of the game. The fact that we conceded a 3 goal lead was disappointing, but hopefully the boys will take something from that. Both keepers were superb today, Ollie for Calverton in the First half and James for Dunkirk proved to be the Catalyst for both teams in another thrilling encounter.
F-T 3-3
SCORERS: Joe Brothwell 2, Kieran Johnson
MOM : Oliver Burdett
MATCH REPORT NOTTS FA SHIELD 8/11/09:
HUCKNALL SPORTS (2) 2 v CALVERTON COLTS (2) 5 aet
Previous encounters against Hucknall have always been close affairs and the was to be no exception, they were well organised with a much strengthened squad and up for the cup tie.
Early exchanges were fairly equal but it was Calverton who capitalized on just 6 minutes. A superb deep cross on the turn from Jack Marshall found Johnny Collin's unmarked on the far post who struck the ball into empty net. If Calverton thought they would then stroll this one Hucknall had other ideas. Both teams fought hard in midfield Billy & Jack were always in the action as half chances were created at both ends, but good defending & goal keeping made it difficult for the strikers. As half time approached Hucknall looked to be gaining the upper hand and the more likely to score but the boys held out.
H-T 0-1
In the second half Calverton went right on the attack, forcing 3 saves in the first five minutes. Joe was proving to be a real handful when he attacked the right back. However against the run of play Hucknall counter attacked catching Calverton out with the strikers outpacing our backs. Liam sprinted off his line to make the save bringing down the striker, but the referee decided he didn't get enough of the ball and pointed to the spot. Liam's arguments resulted in a Yellow card and the penalty was converted to make it all square. The boys put it behind them and as the half went on Calverton looked more dangerous going forward and likely to score. A number of chances came & went and on another day Joe might have had a hatrick. Hucknall are a strong team , they made it tough, and were never far from turning this tie on its head. With just 5 Minutes to go a series of corners finally paid off with Kieran Johnson providing an unstoppable header into the top corner and likely winner. Calverton set about killing off the game, but Hucknall didn't lie down and Liam had to pull off another testing save, pushing the ball onto the post which was cleared.
In the last minute Hucknall were awarded a free kick on the edge of the box. A superb strike and equally superb save from Liam who pushed the ball wide and onto the bar, the Hucknall striker quickest to react and he headed home. That proved to be the last action of normal time. It had been a thrilling contest from two honest teams.
F-T 2-2
The boys were obviously down after being so close, but we have been here before and Calverton know how to dig deep. Calverton scored almost immediately with Romello unusually beating the offside trap and steering the ball past the keeper. It looked a soft goal and Hucknall seemed deflated. This time the boys were determined not to let anything slip. Alex had to come off injured and both sets of boys were suffering with cramp. The 10 minutes flew by.
aet H-T 2-3
The boys knew another goal was needed as Hucknall were going to throw another man forward. The holes were beginning to appear and we needed to take advantage. Jack Marshall delivered with a well struck drive from close range to give Calverton the cushion we deserved. Kieran completed a brace with another unstoppable shot from just inside the box to make it 2-5. Jack might have also added another in the last few seconds, but his goal bound shot was deflected over the bar.
18/10/09 MATCH REPORT NYL CUP : CALVERTON COLTS 6 NETHERFIELD GOLD 1
First a thank you to Brian and the Netherfield boys who still turned up for today’s cup tie with just 11 boys due to illness. I am sure others would have taken the opportunity to pull out the game, despite the issues it creates later in the season. On the other hand Calverton were virtually at full strength with the return of a number of the boys from injury & academy duties. Calverton went straight on the offensive with Netherfield defending deep under the pressure. We certainly had the majority of possession without making too many clear chances. The midfield worked hard and for the most part were efficient and kept it simple. On 18 minutes Richard cut inside from the right and from close range forced the keeper to save at the near post, however Richard made no mistake with the rebound putting over the stranded keeper into the far left corner. Netherfield are more than capable of damaging teams at this level and Liam Bogues was called into action a couple of times having to pull off point blank saves. On 30 minutes Joe went on a sprint down the left hand wing leaving three players in his wake, his low cross found Kieran who pushed the ball over the line to put Calverton two goals up and in the driving seat. Simple football at its most effective.
H-T 2-0
5 minutes into the half and the game was all but over, with Joe bearing down on the keeper the defender slid through and put it past his keeper for an own goal (we gave it to Joe). 10 minutes later and Kieran added his second goal once again his outstanding pace beating the Netherfield defence who were by now looking tired.
Netherfield however found some consolation when on 18 minutes a quick counter attack and looping shot found Liam stranded unable to push the ball away. This gave Netherfield a second wind and they put together some football whilst Calverton look unorganised, our concentration had gone for a good ten minute period. Eventually we got back into our stride and started to open up the Netherfield defence again . Order was restored when Dylan showed his frightening pace & composure in front of goal with a low drive beating the keeper at the near post to make it 5-1. In the last few minutes Romello finally got off the mark with a solo effort, dancing through 4 defenders before slotting the ball away from a narrow angle to make it 6-1. It been a long time coming..!
Take nothing away from Netherfield who played their part today and were denied a number of times through a solid defensive performance and Liam Bogues ability to read the game. The result may have slightly flattered Calverton . In the end tiredness took its toll , against a Calverton team who worked hard for each other and produced our best performance to date, well done lads.
F-T 6-1
SCORERS: Kieran Johnson 2, Richard Premeh, Joe Brothwell, Dylan Farrow, Romello Nangle
MOM : Liam Cooper
FA SHIELD: CALVERTON COLTS 3 EAST VALLEY UTD 0
Our first defence of the County Shield title against first division opposition East Valley. Despite a poor start East Valley are not to be underestimated and always seem to raise their game against Calverton. On the goalless first half display it looked like being a tricky encounter. Calverton pressed forward for long periods without much reward. East Valley were always dangerous on the counter attack and also played some nice football at times. For all the pressure Calverton were not ruthless in front of goal, Richard & Jack really should have put clear chances away but failed to hit the target. Several well delivered corners went unchallenged. Moving forward possession was often given away cheaply in midfield when some simple two touch football was all that was needed. Lost possession in midfield gave East Valley encouragement to turn Calverton and test our defenders, which for the most part looked solid. Jake, Kieran, Alex & Josh all played well throughout the game.
HT 0-0
A quiet word at half time did wonders. Calverton went back to simple football which paid immediate dividends. Romello & Dylan immediately responding and playing with more belief, determination , and pressing the East Valley backs into making mistakes. Two quick saves by the East Valley keeper were followed by Dylan’s clinical finish from just inside the box. On 10 Minutes Calverton had doubled the lead , this time Johnny’s first time cross & Jacks strength around the box putting the ball away from close range.
By now Calverton were dominating the game but as with previous games the East Valley Keeper put in a man of the match performance to deny Calverton time after time. Romello and Johnny both hit the woodwork. Josh went close from two corners. With 10 minutes to go a re-shuffle in formation allowed Calverton few more options going forward, Liam Bogues with two opportunities with just the keeper to beat, but both shots failed to test and extend the lead. With just minutes to go Richard once again sprinted down the right putting in a perfect low ball across the 6 yard box, with players lining up Liam slid the ball home for the final goal of the game. Overall Calverton deserved the win, we really didn’t get going until the second half which is something we need to work on.
Full credit to Martin and the boys, who never stopped running, trying, and they continued to play football to the end. I am sure they will improve and surprise teams late in the season as they did last. Well done to both Teams…
FT 3-0
SCORERS: Dylan Farrow, Jack Marshall, Liam Bogues
MOM: Jake Towlson
MATCH REPORT U/15s LEAGUE 1 :PRIORY CELTIC 3 CALVERTON COLTS 1
Games with Priory Celtic are always tight games, but this was a game of what might have been.
Without doubt Calverton were the better of the two teams in terms of passing & movement in the opening 20 minutes. We pushed the ball around well and developed some great attacks on the right, Richard in particular had a good first half. In the opening spell Dylan, Brinsley & Romello all should have scored. Dylan with his first touch of the game & just the keeper to beat putting the ball wide of the left hand post, Brinsley’s superb shot from the edge of the box just a foot high of the bar. The Colts midfield were really dominating possession.
As the half went Priory posed a few questions of our backs and for the most part we looked solid. However a little lapse in concentration cost us , leaving Priory onside from a through ball down the middle and good finish from the striker. Priory were now at their most dangerous and were really pressing hard. They had a number of chances but some poor finishing from long range rarely tested Liam in Goal. Late in the half Romello looked to have pulled a goal back but was judged to be offside , the right decision.
H-T 2-0
The opening second half spell saw Calverton pull a goal back just 10 minutes into the half . Dylan scoring a debut goal, receiving a well placed through ball and using his speed to finish well from the edge of the box. Minutes later Brinsley put another shot over the bar from the edge of the box , and Romellos near post strike was denied by the Priory Keeper . I certainly felt we were capable of equalising but with limited choices on the bench through Injuries & Club trials we really ran of steam. Priory are a very strong team defensively and as you would expect they often turn that to their advantage. Calverton defended too deeply as the half went on , obviously wary of Priory Celtics front line pace with the long ball . On 25 minutes Calverton were punished for not clearing our lines, a close range shot beating Liam C on his debut. From then on Calverton rarely looked like coming back as Priory contained the midfield and ran down time.
Positive debuts from Liam & Dylan, well done boys. Richard impressed on the right. Overall I was pleased with the boys, despite the result . Getting anything at Priory is always tough, even harder with only 12 boys and key players injured. But one game doesn’t decide the league and we will have a chance to make amends later in the season at Calverton. There are going to be a lot of twists & turns to come
F-T 3-1
Scorers: Dylan
MOM: Jake Towlson (Solid performance)
MATCH REPORT U15s 15 SEPTEMBER 2009: SOUTHWELL UTD 2 CALVERTON COLTS 2
Our annual Friendly at Southwell usually attracts some of the worst weather of the month, although it might only be September it but felt more like November tonight. We were down to a squad of eleven, so a last minute reshuffle was in order. Southwell started off the strongest, but as the half went on Calverton settled and both teams showed some good football. The first goal fell Calverton’s way a simple ball picked up in midfield putting Callum through one on one with the Keeper, Callum kept his head and finished well. At the other end Southwell were denied by Liam’s excellent acrobatics on 3 occasions. On 30 Minutes Brinsley broke through on the right, and placed an inviting ball across field for Callum to finish in front of Goal for his second of the night. It stayed 0-2 up to half time.
H-T 0-2
As tiredness crept in Calverton lost a little of their zip in the second half. With no substitutes it was difficult to change things around. Southwell began to ease back into the game, weary legs allowed holes to begin to appear at the back. But for some way wood finishing & Liam’s saves Southwell should have pulled a goal back. It took 18 Minutes in the end, Southwell benefited from a counter attack, the ball broke in front of the goal and the striker had an easy finish with Liam stranded on this occasion. 2 Minutes later it was all square, this time a 30 yard shot from the left flying into the top right hand corner of the net. The remainder of the half became a bit of an exhibition match both teams unable or looking like they were going to get a winner.
Overall a good humoured game, a good run out for the boys, and a chance to express themselves. It was a nice change from training, but very cold again at Brinkley.
F-T 2-2
Scorers: Callum Woods 2
MOM: Callum Woods
MATCH REPORT U15s 13 September 2009: CALVERTON COLTS 2 VERNON COLTS 1
Our first home game of the season and we welcomed the Vernon team who continue to improve each season. . A solid start from the kick off from the Calverton was followed by some hard defending as Vernon gained confidence and found it easy to break up the Calverton attacks. With some hard tackles going in the bounce of the loose ball always seemed to favour the Yellow shirts, and you have to admit they worked hard to make that happen. Our only shot of the opening spell came from Brinsley picking up the ball from Jack he hit the ball well but straight at the keeper. On 30 minutes Liam collided with the Vernon striker, and having to come off Ollie took over keeper duties. As half time loomed it looked like neither team had the drive to break the deadlock. However Vernon finally broke the deadlock on 35 Minutes, Ollie helpless and first duty to pick the ball out of the net. A set piece poorly defended allowing the Vernon striker a shot from close range.
The closest Calverton got was a header from Callum which the keeper pushed onto the bar.
The physical nature of the game was taking its toll with Players pulling up injured. It wasn’t a dirty game, just a few clumsy challenges going astray.
H-T 0-1
We stepped up the pace in the second half but in the opening 15 minutes it was still not happening in the last third of the pitch. Michael had a shot from the left tipped over the bar, which looked a certain goal. With 20 Minutes to go Rommelo joined Richard up front with Joe dropping back into midfield to join Jordan & Jack .As the seconds ticked away Calverton looked more menacing. Michael had another Shot saved from just inside the box and Richard missed what looked like an open goal from just a few yards. At the other end we were beginning to press our luck with less cover at the back, and Vernon might have added to their lead but Ollie & the 3 backs stood firm. With just 10 minute left Joe forced his way through 3 defenders and with the keeper to beat slotted the ball home for the equaliser. Vernon were now defending desperately and wishing for the full time in order take away a deserved point, but we all know Calverton play up to the final whistle. Jack looked to have sealed it with a strike inside the box, turning left and then right but somehow hitting a defender for a corner. It was more inspiration from Joe that sealed the game with just 3 minutes to go. Another run from deep and low shot from the edge of the box, going under the keeper into the net and through the other side. The Vernon management didn’t think it was a goal, but I know Joe and if he turned to celebrate it was definitely a Goal, but we do need to check the nets so apologies to Vernon for the hole.
Victory from the jaws of defeat…A physical match which at times spoiled to free flowing football for both teams. But well done boys you stuck at it, believed in yourselves and came through.
F-T 2-1
Scorers: Joe Brothwell (2)
MOM: Alex Spencer Tansley
MATCH REPORT 6 SEPTEMBER 09 U15s : EAST VALLEY UTD 0 v CALVERTON COLTS 4
Last season East Valley improved through the season and proved a difficult team to breakdown for the Colts with a goalless draw in the corresponding fixture. Martin apologized for the sloping pitch, despite having arrived at 9.00am to secure a better one, it makes you realize how lucky we are at Calverton. Despite this it was the same for both teams so no complaints. It took only 5 minutes for Calverton to score Brinsley finding space on the edge of the box for a half volley catching the keeper out. Calverton’s build up was often good without having an end product, and here is where east valley strength lies in the quick counter attack. They might have hit an equaliser on 12 minutes, the underside of the bar coming to Calverton’s rescue. Joe, Jack & Michael linked up well stretching the ball wide putting in some great crosses from the right. Calverton’s second goal came on 17 minutes from the right when Joe picked up the ball from an acute angle, he lofted the ball over the stranded keeper into the far corner. The game settled in a pattern of Calverton pressing and East Valley happy to wait for a mistake or loose pass to counter against. For the most part we coped well at the back. Calverton may have added another when Johnny made delicate cross from the left to the back post, unfortunately Joe headed it onto the post and East valley scrambled the ball away.
H-T 0-2
The game was effectivly over a minute into the second half, yet another long range strike from Jack taking a slight deflection and leaving the keeper with little chance to increase the lead to three goals. As the half went on Calverton’s fitness & ball work began to dominate the game and there were lots of positive points in the game play. It was pleasing to hear the all the boys encouraging each other even when things didn’t go to plan. East valley were finding it more difficult to break out of their half, Calverton were winning a succession of corners. Having scored from 3 long range efforts it was good to see a goal from inside the six yard box, Richard sliding in front of the near post and defender to meet the cross and lift the ball over the keeper’s arms.
We continued to dominate up to the final whistle with a number of efforts going close.
A good performance for the first game of the season, we asked for a clean sheet before the game and the boys delivered. 4 different Goal scorers and several good chances created.
F-T 0-4
Scorers: Brinsley Kirkham, Joe Brothwell, Jack Marshall, Richard Premphi
MOM: Joe Brothwell
MATCH REPORT U15s : CALVERTON COLTS 1 V GLAPWELL COLTS 4
We welcomed Glapwell to Hollinwood lane for the first time. The Mansfield side are consistently competing at the top of the Mansfield Chad League sparring with Drezden & Teversal.
Glapwell opened the scoring within 5 Minutes, catching Calverton's revised back four cold. In reply Calverton created an equal number of openings with Joe on the left looking the most lively.
Both Jack & Romello went close, but It wasn't long before Glapwell extended their lead as they settled into their game with the weather now deteriorating . Romello pulled up with an injury and just before half time a speculative shot from the edge of the box gave the visitors a deserved 3-0 lead.
H-T 0-3
A few changes at half time improved Calverton's game and within 10 Minutes Calverton had pulled a deserved goal back, Joe swinging in a free kick for Michael to head home. Despite some hard work up front from Jack & Richard, who both went close with long range shots Glapwell managed to contain Calverton and held onto the ball better than the home team. They recaptured the 3 goal lead with 20 Minutes to go and really might have extended it further with the amount of possession they had. Calverton played a little to deep and often reverted to the long ball which Glapwell collected easily and built upon. By full time the weather & light was closing in and everyone was happy to hear the final whistle.
Without doubt Glapwell are one of the best club sides we have played or will play this season, unfortunately we were not at our best. It is early days and only a friendly, what really counts is from Sunday.
F-T 1-4
Scorers: Michael Lee
MOM: Jack Marshall (Great work rate)
